Apple DEP-2025 - Apple Deployment and Management Certification Exam

Remote wipe preserves eSIM. TheMobile Device Management Protocol Referencestates, "The EraseDevice command with the preserveDataPlan option allows MDM to keep the eSIM active during a wipe, aiding redeployment."

The networkQuality command tests responsiveness. ThemacOS Deployment Referencestates, "Introduced in macOS Monterey, the networkQuality command measures upload and download responsiveness, providing insight into network performance inside and outside your local network."

When evaluating Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions, a critical factor to consider is the pricing structure and subscription model. Organizations must assess their budget, the number of devices to manage, and projected growth to ensure the MDM solution is cost-effective and scalable. This includes understanding per-device licensing fees, subscription tiers, and additional costs for features. While support for watchOS (option A) may be relevant for specific use cases, it’s not a universal consideration for all MDM evaluations. A device’s life cycle and trade-in value (option C) pertains to hardware management, not the MDM solution itself. TheApple Platform Deployment Guideemphasizes aligning MDM costs with organizational needs, making pricing structure a key evaluation criterion.

For new devices purchased from Apple Authorized Resellers or carriers to appear automatically inApple Business Manager (ABM)orApple School Manager (ASM), the reseller must link their sales to your organization. Apple Learning specifies that this is accomplished by providing the reseller with yourOrganization ID. This unique identifier is assigned when your organization sets up ABM/ASM and acts as the connection point for device assignment. Once the reseller has your Org ID, any new device purchases tied to your account are automatically added to ABM. Customer Numbers are only used when purchasing directly from Apple, and the D-U-N-S Number is for business verification, not device assignment. Federation Numbers are related to federated authentication and not reseller integration.

Bypass codes are stored in MDM for organization-linked Activation Lock. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidestates, "Bypass codes for organization-linked Activation Lock are stored in the MDM solution, allowing administrators to unlock devices without user credentials."

Account-driven User Enrollment limits MDM scope. TheiOS Deployment Referencestates, "MDM can enforce policies like requiring a passcode with User Enrollment, but it cannot access location, wipe the device, or disable Activation Lock."

Configuration profiles allow IT administrators to manage notification settings on a device, such as disabling notifications for specific apps, configuring Do Not Disturb, or restricting Notification Center access. These profiles are deployed via MDM or manually. Find My (option B) and iCloud (option C) are unrelated to notification management. MDM (option D) delivers profiles, but the profiles contain the settings. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidedetails notification control via profiles.

To support network roaming—where devices maintain connectivity while moving throughout a building—evaluating Wi-Fi coverage and capacity is essential. This involves assessing signal strength, bandwidth availability, and the ability of the wireless network to handle multiple devices seamlessly. Proper placement and power of access points ensure uninterrupted service. Number of devices per user (option A) is unrelated to roaming. Adequate access points per device (option C) is a specific detail within coverage and capacity, not the overarching aspect. Sources of interference (option D) is a factor to consider but secondary to overall coverage and capacity. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidestresses Wi-Fi infrastructure evaluation for mobility needs.

Automated Device Enrollment (ADE), managed through Apple Business Manager (ABM) or Apple School Manager (ASM), is supported on iPads, iPhones, Macs, and Apple TVs purchased from Apple or authorized resellers. It enables automatic MDM enrollment and supervision during setup. Options A, B, and C are all correct, and D encompasses them, aligning with ADE’s broad compatibility as per the Apple Platform Deployment Guide.